Interactions with law enforcement can be nerve-racking for anyone, but the lights, sirens and added stress of the situation can be especially hard for those with sensory processing issues. Some people ...

A new scheme has been launched to help GP practices across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) become learning ...

Exercise balls, a hanging swing, and fidget toys are just a few pieces of equipment that fill the “Good Vibes Only Room,” as ...

Finding the perfect gift for your little one or furry friend is a special way to celebrate the season of love. Thoughtful ...

Chronic stress weakens the brain’s ability to process sounds, requiring louder stimuli to trigger normal responses, according to new research in mice.

Sensory systems include the parts of the nervous system responsible for processing sensory information, including the visual system, auditory system, olfactory system, somatosensory system ...

A stress fracture is generally the result of overuse or repeated trauma to a bone. Also known as "fatigue fractures," stress fractures may occur when muscles become fatigued or overloaded and transfer ...

Since vocalization is entirely integrated within both our central (CNS) and autonomic nervous system (ANS), a mounting number of studies have examined the relationship between voice output and the ...

Desiree DeNunzio is the gift guide editor for CNET's Commerce team. When she's not writing and editing, she's either hiking through the redwoods or curled up with a good book and a lazy dog ...

Engaging in activities that support self-care may help reduce stress and anxiety. These can include getting more exercise, mindfulness practices, and eating a well-balanced diet. Minimizing the ...

The purpose of this study was to examine the available literature on the impact of sensory interventions on the quality of life of residents living in long-term care settings. Methods We conducted a ...

The world certainly looks different through the eyes of a young child; enormous, intriguing, and somewhat overwhelming, and it has long been believed that what we encounter as children shapes our ...